Ethiopia Seeks Greater Turkish Investment as Addis, Bursa Chambers Sign Trade Deal

Addis Ababa, May 7, 2026 —Ethiopia stepped up efforts to attract more investment from Turkey during the Ethio–Turkey Business Forum held at Skylight Hotel in Addis Ababa.

The forum brought together government officials, business leaders, investors, manufacturers, and innovators from both countries to strengthen bilateral trade and investment ties.

During the event, officials highlighted Ethiopia’s growing appeal as an investment destination, citing its strategic geographic location, ongoing economic reforms, and vast untapped business opportunities.

They encouraged Turkish companies to explore new ventures and expand their footprint in Ethiopia’s rapidly growing market.

 

The forum also featured business-to-business (B2B) meetings designed to foster partnerships between private sector representatives from both countries and boost trade cooperation.

An exhibition showcasing garments and other products from Turkish companies was also held, with strong participation from businesses represented by the Bursa Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

In a key outcome of the event, the Addis Ababa Chamber of Commerce and Sectoral Associations and the Bursa Chamber of Commerce and Industry signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at promoting trade and investment between the two business communities.

 

The agreement was signed by Addis Chamber President Zehara Mohammed and Bursa Chamber President İbrahim Burkay at the event in Addis Ababa.

Organized through collaboration between the Government of Turkey, Ethiopia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Addis Ababa Chamber of Commerce, and the Bursa Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the forum brought more than 160 Turkish companies to Addis Ababa as both nations move to deepen economic cooperation.